Restock: Paul Frank Sunglasses

From the abundant sunshine that's been making the store so sunny and warm, we guessed that the shift to spring is pretty final. Good thing that we just got restocks of our favorite Paul Frank sunglasses in two classic colorways – umber and tortoise. Available for purchase now in store and online.

Crafty Engineer in tortoise, $103

Crafty Engineer in umber, $103

Webstore Update: Vestal Watches

A number of new pieces from Vestal have arrived in store and are now available for sale through the Dapper webstore. Click here to see all Vestal timepieces we have in stock. Below are a few personal favorites from the staff. Click on the prices to purchase online.

Marcus's pick: Destroyer, $84

Marcus isn't big on watches, but he can't resist something simple, clean, and (of course) black. The Destroyer is made from a high-gloss lightweight plastic.

Michael's pick: Calcutron in silver, $110

Michael is a self-avowed nerd, despite what his cool hair and slim jeans tell you. So it wasn't a big surprise when he expressed his affection for the Calcutron. Stainless steel case with stopwatch and alarm functions as well as a backlit display.

Gift Guide '08: Sameunderneath scarf

Blended from merino wool, angora, cashmere, and a sustainably-produced viscose, the Sameunderneath argyle scarf is a green way to do black and white. This is definitely an equal opportunity holiday pleaser; plenty of our female customers have given it admiring glances. But if this isn't quite what you're looking for, we have tons of other cold weather accessories to help you make sure those stockings are hung by the chimney with care and style. ($70, available in store)

Just In: Vestal watches

Two new Vestal watches have found their way into the store.

Surveyor24 in silver, $231

Full metal wristband with double-snap closure. Beveled double-face with 24-hour sub dial. Mineral crystal movement and 50m water resistance.

Saint in brown, $95

Stainless steel watchface with brown leather wristband and stainless steel buckle. Solid curved mineral movement.

Marcoliani Socks

Straight from Milan, Italy comes our first shipment of Marcoliani socks. Lots of folks have been asking us when we'll start carrying socks and here's our answer. With a history stretching back over half a century, these guys know what they're doing. All their socks are made with the finest fibers and include nylon for fit and durability.

Pima cotton basic dress socks in navy, gray, and brown, $19 each
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Pima cotton vela sock in black, $19

Nothing beats a classic. These socks come in super soft pima cotton and are ribbed for fit and comfort. Cotton vela socks come with contrast toe and heel.

Extrafine merino wool jacquard sock in black and grey birdseye, $19 each

The subtle pattern on these merino wool socks add a touch of class to any suit. Made from extrafine wool, these will keep your feet warm without any itch or discomfort. Jacquard knit with tiny contrast birdseye pattern.

Pima cotton argyle sock in cinnamon, $21

The bold argyle pattern on these pima cotton socks add character to any outfit.

Fall 2008: Triple Five Soul accessories

Lumber scarf in bone and navy, $32

These reversible scarves are thick and fleece-y, just the way we like 'em. The check side is made of a wool/poly blend while the reverse is a super soft black polyester. Total length 78".

Recruit beanie, $24

A thick lambswool, acrylic, and nylon ribbed knit makes for a super comfy fit. Wear the brim rolled for a snug, tight fit or unrolled for a slouchier look.

Recruit open mask, $38

Who knew ski masks could be so stylish? Made of the same knit blend as the Recruit beanie, but done in a long open-faced ski mask. Wear it with the face open or pulled up, if it gets cold, or pull the hood off and use it as a stacked, slouchy neckpiece.

How Dapper Does Fall

The days are getting shorter and cooler (if you haven't already noticed), and in the store we're all beginning to bundle up. Here's a selection of some of our favorite things for fall.

Layers

If we're obsessed with anything, it's layering. This fall, even layers go luxe with super soft fabrics and detailed construction. Artificial Flavor's T-neck ($75) updates the standard waffle knit henley with an extended placket and extra seaming. Take your favorite hoodie, add ultra-soft organic Supima cotton and you've got B. Son's shawl collar hoodie ($103). Or you can stand out in the crowd with Orthodox's Kipling shirt, a cool blend of soft knit and structure woven fabrics ($149).

Coats

There's really nothing better than throwing on your favorite warm, thick coat right before you head out into the cold. But if you're tired of your plain peacoats and ordinary overcoats, we've got plenty of new options. The first thing we noticed about Orthodox's Chaucer coat ($286) was the cool dip-dye treatment, but there's tons to this garment, including a one-and-a-half breasted front, zippered sleeves, and quilted lining. Or you can opt for something more rugged like the Converse by John Varvatos waxed cotton bomber ($295) lined in jersey with leather detailing. And Sameunderneath's knit blazer ($218) comes in a thick, comfy cotton/polyester blend with cool details like functional cuff buttons and contrast buttoneire stitching.

Extras

Don't forget the little things! These Converse by John Varvatos rubberized hi-tops ($125) are perfect for rainy days; it's like water off a duck's back — literally! Keep your head warm in Urban Legend's beanie ($30), with a special stitch in the back for the perfectly slouchy look. Plain Gravy's cotton flannel scarf ($58) combines comfy, casual fabrics with sophisticated patterns. And don't forget that winter wind can dry your skin out, so keep Baxter's Oil-free moisturizer ($18) on hand to stay moisturized.

New Name: Plain Gravy

New label Plain Gravy is all about taking the plain and making it something special. These are some of the softest and coolest prints we've come across.

Mockneck hoodie, $180

Sure, it might look like "just another hoodie", but look closer. Two types of speckled grey fabric on the outside with soft fleece lining inside, a button-over neck strap for a mockneck look, and multi-colored zipper teeth make for a smartly understated hoodie.

Wisily tee, $53

Soft 100% cotton tee with abstract Kandinsky-eque graphics in bright primary colors.

Avant tee, $53

Cotton tee with elongated lettering printed using a glossy, rubber-like fabric inks.

Letter tee, $53

Cotton tee with wraparound blue printed stripes and front-printed handwritten letters.

Geometric V-neck tee, $60

Abstract, geometric patterns in a soft grey ink wrap around the body of this charcoal v-neck tee.

Flannel scarf, $58

Long soft flannel scarf done in a black, white, and grey buffalo check for you to channel your inner Portland grunge rock god.

Fall 2008: Triple Five Soul

Instead of their usual street-smart clothing, Triple Five Soul has decided to turn to the East Coast for inspiration. Taking their cues from prep school uniforms and American workwear, this fall's pieces settle on a great middle ground that combines the best of those heritages with Triple Five Soul's smart approach to casual dressing.

Debate club v-neck pullover, $88

Collegiate colors and extensive ribbing make for a great fit and look. A deep v-neck sweater in cotton, this is great over both t-shirts and button-downs. Comes with twisted gun pin at the chest.

Campus zip-up mockneck cardigan, $100

Plaid gets redone in a unique print over a fantastically comfortable zip-up cardigan. Raglan sleeves, zip side pockets, and reinforced zipper placket at the bottom. Comes with globe pin.

Drill shirt, $72

Done in a subdued grey, this button-down has pockets galore: three on the chest and one on each sleeve. Made out of a lightweight cotton with adjustable barrel cuffs. As detailed as the construction is, the soft collar and fabric gives it an easy, unstructured look.

Forestry sciences shirt, $72

Simple and sleek, this understated piece lets its plaid pattern of muted blacks, greys, and blues do all the talking. Single chest pocket, unstructured collar, and adjustable barrel cuffs.

Crazy print scarf, $36

Lightweight cotton scarf with distressed fringe in an all-over print. Unfolds to a large square.

Addict laptop/DJ bag in black, army, and navy, $52 each

These big bags have room for your laptop, your charger, your books, and even 12" vinyls for DJ's. With zippers, velcro closures, and a built in sleeve for your notebook computer, these bags have loads of room and then some.

Tech backpack in army, navy, and black, $72 each

Large kit-pack style backpacks with flaps, zippers, and velcro pockets practically everywear. The side buckles adjust for when you need more or less room and the elastic webbing on the front makes sure all your things stay in place.

Freestyle wallets in army, black, and navy, $12 each

Is your wallet turning into something George Constanza might be packing in his pocket? These tri-fold ones have slots, pockets, and even a keyring. Made out of super tough nylon with a contrast stripe running over the front.

On the Thrillist: Tanner

The Thrillist has given us another shout out, this time for our line of Tanner leather goods. Click over for a quick read about the tradition and handiwork that goes into each Tanner product.

A Little Leather in Your Life

Our eagerly awaited shipment of Tanner leather goods has finally arrived. Using only the finest, sturdiest full-grain and latigo leathers, the Tanner guys cut, sew, and assemble every single piece by hand in Portland. All items are branded by hand for assured authenticity.

Standard belts, $64 for brushed nickel, $72 for matte black nickel

The original Tanner standard belt is made out of 8/9 oz. latigo leather. Extraordinarily tough, these belts will feel still at first, but will soften and develop a beautiful natural patina with wear. Brushed nickel hardware is available in natural, brown, and black and matte black hardware is available in black.

Utility bifold, $58 each

3 oz. mid-weight full-grain leather coupled with sleek, minimal styling for the perfectly understated wallet. Slots for four cards and bills. Available in natural, brown, and black.

Basic cardholder, $44 each

If you prefer to only keep a few essential with you, the basic cardholder, made from the same durable 3 oz. full-grain as the bifold, is perfect. The clever construction uses just two pieces of leather, two rivets, and a snap closure to keep everything in place. Available in natural, brown, and black.